How many batters are in a lineup?
The number of batters in a lineup varies depending on the type of baseball or softball game being played.
In Major League Baseball (MLB), each team has a lineup of nine batters. The batting order is set by the manager and typically consists of the leadoff hitter, the number two hitter, and so on through the cleanup hitter, who bats fourth.
In college baseball and high school baseball, the batting order also consists of nine batters. However, in Little League baseball, the batting order may consist of up to 12 batters.
In softball, the number of batters in a lineup varies depending on the league and the level of play. In most adult softball leagues, the batting order consists of nine batters. However, in some youth softball leagues, the batting order may consist of up to 11 batters.
Related Questions:
What is the role of the leadoff hitter?
- To get on base and set the table for the rest of the lineup.
Who typically bats cleanup?
- The team's best power hitter.
How many batters are in a Little League baseball lineup?
- Up to 12.
What is the batting order in college baseball?
- Nine batters.
How many batters are in a softball lineup?
- Typically nine, but may vary depending on the league and the level of play.
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